Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) has announced a strategic partnership with Meta Platforms, Inc. to develop an AI-enabled data centre in Jamnagar, Gujarat. RIL will provide end-to-end services for the 168 MW facility, which will be powered by renewable energy. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in India’s emergence as a global AI hub, aligning with government priorities to attract international AI infrastructure investment.
Strategic AI Data Centre Collaboration
Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) has entered into a significant partnership with Meta Platforms, Inc. (Meta) to establish an AI-enabled data centre in Jamnagar, Gujarat. This collaboration signifies a major step towards developing India’s AI infrastructure capabilities and attracting global investment in the sector. The announcement was made on June 10, 2026.
Project Details and RIL’s Role
RIL will be responsible for providing comprehensive end-to-end services for the new data centre. These services encompass the entire lifecycle of the project, including design, construction, and ongoing management of utilities. RIL will also manage renewable power supply, network connectivity, and fully managed operational services. The facility will have an initial capacity of 168 MW, with an option for scaling, and is expected to be delivered within two years. This positioning makes RIL a key single-window solutions provider for hyperscale AI infrastructure in India.
Meta’s Expansion and India’s AI Ambitions
This partnership marks Meta’s first built-to-suit data centre capacity in India, representing a crucial milestone in its global infrastructure expansion. Meta will lease capacity from the facility, underscoring its commitment to leveraging India’s growing role in the worldwide digital and AI ecosystem. The data centre will support Meta’s core business and AI compute needs.
Sustainability and Strategic Location
The chosen location in Gujarat offers strategic advantages, including access to renewable energy, water availability, and proximity to India’s western submarine cable landing stations. The data centre will be powered by renewable energy and utilize desalinated seawater for cooling, demonstrating a strong commitment to sustainability from both RIL and Meta. This initiative aligns with the Government of India’s vision to designate data centres as strategic national infrastructure.
Leadership Perspectives
Shri Mukesh D. Ambani, Chairman and Managing Director of Reliance Industries Limited, stated, “This partnership with Meta marks a transformative moment for India’s digital infrastructure. Building India’s first built-to-suit data centre for a global technology leader of Meta’s scale demonstrates India’s readiness to be at the forefront of the global AI revolution.” He further added that Jamnagar will become a landmark destination for hyperscale AI computing.
Mark Zuckerberg, Founder and CEO of Meta, commented, “We’re proud to be working with Reliance to build our first AI-enabled data center in India. This world-class facility in Jamnagar will help us scale our AI infrastructure globally while deepening our long-term investment in India’s economy.”
About Reliance Industries Limited
Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) is India’s largest private sector company. For the year ended March 31, 2026, RIL reported a consolidated revenue of INR 11,75,919 crore (US$ 124.0 billion), a cash profit of INR 1,71,258 crore (US$ 18.1 billion), and a net profit of INR 95,754 crore (US$ 10.1 billion). Its diverse business interests include hydrocarbon exploration and production, petroleum refining and marketing, petrochemicals, advanced materials, renewables, retail, digital services, and media and entertainment.
About Meta
Meta is focused on building the future of human connection through artificial intelligence and immersive technologies. Building on the success of platforms like Facebook, Messenger, Instagram, and WhatsApp, Meta is now exploring 2D screen experiences to foster deeper connections and unlock new possibilities.
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